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Blocks w/ Neal Brennan

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Nov 2, 2023 • 1h 30min

Ralph Barbosa

Ralph Barbosa, known for 'Cowabunga' on Netflix, discusses feeling lonely and isolated. Topics include junk food addiction, raising his son, relationships, escaping, guilt about not being present, and emotional goals.
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Oct 26, 2023 • 1h 23min

Sarah Silverman

Sarah Silverman talks about her experience as a teenage bedwetter, how performing at night ruins her day, and her fear of failure in the comedy industry. She also discusses the impact of bitterness and anger on mental health, the significance of work in shaping identity, and the importance of embracing failure in the comedy community.
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Oct 19, 2023 • 1h 15min

Brian Regan

Neal Brennan interviews Brian Regan, a top 10 all-time comedian. They discuss Regan's feelings of loneliness and isolation, his writing process for creating undefinable bits, the challenges of performing clean comedy, his struggle with line anxiety, and the frustrations of navigating social situations with hearing difficulties.
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Oct 12, 2023 • 1h 4min

Eric Andre

Eric Andre, comedian and actor known for 'Bad Trip,' 'The Eric Andre Show,' and 'Bombing with Eric Andre,' discusses anxiety, pranks, drugs, and the need to be ready to receive love in this entertaining podcast with Neal Brennan. They also delve into the link between creativity and mental health, creating stunts for a TV show, living in New York, personal growth through hallucinogens and MDMA therapy, reflections on father's health, and healing conversations and expressions of love.
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Oct 5, 2023 • 1h 15min

Dan Soder

Neal Brennan interviews comedian Dan Soder about feeling lonely, substance abuse, fear of failure and death, intimacy issues, anxiety, and personal growth in comedy. They also discuss therapy, competition, and anxiety management through relaxation techniques.
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Sep 28, 2023 • 1h 15min

Tony Hawk

Neal Brennan interviews Tony Hawk, Pro Skater, about loneliness, determination, saying no, confidence, being present, accepting failure, managing time, and the movie of his life.
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Sep 21, 2023 • 1h 16min

Jameela Jamil

Jameela Jamil, actor from 'The Good Place', discusses topics including worst case scenario syndrome, social rejection, dysmorphia and anorexia, low self-esteem, and feeling detached and disconnected.
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Sep 14, 2023 • 2h 12min

Terry Crews

Neal Brennan interviews Terry Crews (new book 'Tough: My Journey to True Power', Brooklyn 99, Everybody Hates Chris, Idiocracy, America's Got Talent + more) about the things that make him feel lonely, isolated, and like something's wrong - and how he is persevering despite these blocks.----------------------------------------------------------00:00 Intro2:00 Upbringing of non-stop trauma10:05 Artist13:38 Football24:09 Masculinity34:44 Fear of Water45:45 Me Too Story1:05:09 Imposter Syndrome1:17:57 Porn1:53:23 Narcissism2:02:42 What He’s Done2:08:26 Dream----------------------------------------------------------https://nealbrennan.com for tickets to Neal's tour Brand New NealWatch Neal Brennan: Blocks on Netflix: https://www.netflix.com/title/81036234Theme music by Electric Guest (unreleased).Edited by Will Hagle----------------------------------------------------------Sponsors:GameTime App Code: BLOCKS for $20 off your first purchasehttps://hellofresh.com/50Neal for 55% off your subscription + 15% off the next two months Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 7, 2023 • 1h 29min

Steve-O

Neal Brennan interviews Steve-O about his journey from Jackass to comedy, cultural significance of reality TV, personal experiences with addiction, the impact of alcoholism in the family, childhood memories, seeking attention, language acquisition, the fine line between being entertaining and creepy, and the journey to sobriety and personal growth.
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Aug 31, 2023 • 1h 36min

Judd Apatow

Judd Apatow, the filmmaker, writer, and producer, talks about feeling lonely and isolated. He discusses existential terror, self-esteem, hypervigilance, and workaholism. Apatow opens up about people pleasing and his body image. The podcast also touches on the visual aspect of podcasting and the fear of death. They explore the power of comedy and storytelling, and the impact of mind-altering substances on spiritual connection.

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